LONDON: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day (02 April), British Airways has announced it is the first airline to be awarded the renowned ‘Autism Friendly Award’, accredited by the National Autistic Society. The airline has been recognised for the work it is doing to raise awareness of autism among its staff and for creating a personalised, seamless travel experience …

ISTANBUL: Istanbul Airport has been officially opened on 29th October 2018 and the mobilisation of the airport will be completed in the first week of April. İstanbul Airport will be one of the strongest airports of the world with annual 200 million passenger capacity. Bayram Tekce, Chairman of Antalya Homes Emlak Inc., the leading real estate company that operates in …

KARACHI: Acumen Pakistan hosted the fifth session of the Captain’s Speaker Series, featuring Atif Azim as a speaker, here earlier today. The event was well-attended by noted personalities and media alike. The Speaker Series is supported by Farrokh Captain, the Chairman of Captain Industries and a long-time partner and supporter of Acumen. The series was initiated to connect outstanding leaders …

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), the organiser of Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), celebrates creative and innovative culture among halal businesses at MIHAS 2019 through the coveted MIHAS Awards 2019. The MIHAS Awards pays homage to local and foreign exhibitors at MIHAS 2019 for their creative booth designs and innovative products & services. The award’s categories are …

KARACHI: Interloop Limited, one of the world’s largest hosiery manufacturers, was listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) at a Gong Ceremony today. Asad Umar, Minister for Finance, Revenue & Economic Affairs, the Chief Guest, through video-link, after striking of the Gong said, “I congratulate Interloop Limited, Arif Habib Limited, PSX and the SECP on this momentous occasion.” He also …

KUALA LUMPUR: The 11th World Halal Conference 2019 (WHC 2019) the leading international-scale platform for convergence that underscores Malaysia’s commitment to further develop the Halal industry has successfully wrapped up its annual Halal conference yesterday. WHC 2019 drew a highly engaged audience of Government representatives, business leaders, halal industry players, entrepreneurs, scholars and stakeholders; and offered a compelling line up …

DUBAI: ASDA’A BCW, the leading PR agency in the Middle East and North Africa, will unveil the findings of its 11th annual Arab Youth Survey, the largest independent study of its kind on the region’s largest demographic – its youth – on April 30 in Dubai. This year’s survey marks the first time that the thought leadership initiative, with a …

ABU DHABI: McLaren has removed the shape-changing, additional body panels previously used to hide the form of its imminent, rule-breaking ‘Grand Tourer’.  The car’s sleek and boldly elegant design can now be discerned although the lightweight body remains covered by a shrink-wrapped livery that suggests the number of established rules the McLaren of Grand Tourers will break.  The company is …

ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Climate Change Zartaj Gul has said that present government is committed to provide best employment opportunities for youth. She made these remarks while addressing the Annual Career Fair, held at Air University. Being the chief guest, she also lauded the efforts of Air University for strengthening industry-academia relations. “Prime Minister Imran Khan has given a …

SELANGOR: A memorandum of understanding between Selangor Youth Community (SAY) and Malaysia Bahrain Economic Cooperation Chamber (MBECC) was held in conjunction with The 16th Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2019. This event was witnessed by His Highness The Crown Prince of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Ibni Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah Alhaj who is also the Founder and Royal Patron of …